Question:

Why did my child get suspended without a hearing?

Answer:

In Maryland, for an in-school suspension, the student must be informed of the reasons and given a chance to respond before the suspension starts. If a suspension is longer than 10 days or an expulsion is being considered, there is a procedure that must be followed, including a thorough investigation. If a student is not allowed to return to school after the 10th day, the superintendent must provide reasons for the delay and denial of reentry to the student and parent within 24 hours. The student or parent can appeal an extended suspension or expulsion decision to the local board within 10 days.

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